Tuesday, July 28th

by Allison Shilinski

This week in The Shopping List, Hackwith Design House holds a sample sale that’s sure to draw a crowd, Public Functionary hosts the MN4MN Blank Canvas exhibition, Akua Gabby at Showroom, and more.

HACKWITH DESIGN HOUSE SAMPLE SALE

August 2 | 1-5pm | Hackwith Design House

Hackwith Design House is a great local studio, creating less than 25 of each timeless and long lasting garment. Visit the beautiful new location this Sunday for a sample sale from 1 to 5pm. In the past year, Hackwith Design House has been busy with new releases and collaborations, so expect unique, one of a kind garments that will endure the test of time. @550 Vandalia St #314, St. Paul | hackwithdesignhouse.com

FEB31ST EYEWEAR AT INVISION

Now Available | InVision

InVision Distinctive Eyewear has introduced Italian eyewear brand, FEB31st, at their Galleria Edina, North Loop, Minnetonka, and St. Paul locations. These stunning wooden frames, which weigh about the size of a thumb drive and naturally adjust to fit the wearer’s face, are stained in colors chosen with the Twin Cities shopper in mind. As one of the only stores in the country to carry this colorful collection, InVision invites you see what all the buzz is about. invision-optical.com

Idun, our pick for best shop in 2014, has been continuing to provide the Twin Cities with a carefully curated selection of minimalist and contemporary clothing and accessories for women. Shop the first annual summer sale, going on now. You’ll receive 40 percent off spring/summer 2015 ready-to-wear and shoes. This one won’t last for long, so visit Idun today for the best selection. @495 Selby Ave, St. Paul | For Idun on Facebook click here

BOUCHARD DESIGN CO TRUNK SHOW

July 30 | 4-8pm | Wayzata

Give your Thursday a pick me up with a happy hour trunk show this week. Visit Kisa Boutique’s pop up in Wayzata from 4 to 8pm with special guest Bouchard Design Co. Enjoy wine and small bites as you shop jewelry inspired by the designer’s travels around the world. Featuring antique brass pendants and chains, handmade leather elements, and beautiful gems, you’re guaranteed to fall in love with this collection. @743 Lake St, Wayzata | kisaboutique.com

MN4MN BLANK CANVAS EXHIBITION

July 30 | 6-10pm | Public Functionary

Public Functionary holds an opening for an exciting new exhibition this Thursday. The MN4MN Blank Canvas Project gave 13 Twin Cities artists a blank pair of sneakers to work with creatively. Once the sneaker art objects were completed, 13 local photographers documented the sneakers in a fine art photograph. RSVP to check out the finished products at the opening reception where the artwork will be for sale. @1400 12th Ave NE, Minneapolis | mn4mn.com

AKUA GABBY FASHION POP UP

July 31 | 3-7pm | Showroom

Meet the designer behind Akua Gabby Fashion at Showroom this week. Jacqueline Addison’s runway collection wowed the crowd at Calhoun Beach Club recently with a bold, colorful array of hand batiked textiles and fashion influenced by the designer’s Ghanaian culture. This Thursday from 3 to 7pm, shop Akua Gabby Fashion for an exclusive one night only pop up at Showroom. Keep an eye on this student designer, currently attending The Art Institute. @615 W Lake St, Minneapolis | For the Facebook event page click here

GET PRETTY SALE

July 31-August 2 | Rewind

Rewind’s Get Pretty sale starting this Friday is something to celebrate. For three days, take advantage of 50 percent off clothing, shoes, and boots and 25 percent off everything else. Located on Lyndale Avenue in Uptown and Johnson Street in Northeast and fully stocked with amazing and lust-worthy vintage, Rewind is a Minneapolis gem. Don’t miss this occasion to dress up your wardrobe. @2829 Johnson St NE & 2207 Lyndale Ave S | rewindminneapolis.com

BLACKBLUE SUMMER SALE

Happening Now | BlackBlue

BlackBlue of St. Paul’s Cathedral Hill neighborhood is holding their summer sale now. Right now, shop discounts of 30-50 percent on a huge selection of season items for men and women, as well as footwear, in store and online. The store specializes in canvas, denim, leather, and wool, which all get better with age. Pick up a new lifelong pal from BlackBlue at the summer sale, going on now. @614 Selby Ave, St. Paul | blkblu.com

GOOD KARMA EVENT

Now-July 31 | Karma Boutique

Karma Boutique is all settled into their new location on Selby, and they’ve partnered up with Dress For Success Twin Cities for the month of July. Karma is donating a percentage of sales to the organization, as well as running a clothing drive. For every gently used piece of business wear or handbag you bring in for donation, take 25 percent off one regularly priced item. Spread the good karma. @1591 Selby Ave, St. Paul | For Karma on Facebook click here

MY SISTERS CLOSET SUMMER CLEARANCE

Now-August 3 | My Sister’s Closet

We love a good consignment shop, but sometimes a favorite store can get a little stagnant with repeat visits. Luckily, that’s never the case at My Sister’s Closet. With two Twin Cities locations at your fingertips, plus seasonal clearance sales, the merchandise is always fresh and fun. My Sister’s Closet just began their summer clearance sale, with 50 percent off all items. Stock up now, and look forward to the new merchandise to come. @1136 Grand Ave, St. Paul & 2741 Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis | mysistersclosetmn.com

LILY AND VIOLET MIX AND MINGLE

Thursdays | 5-7:30pm | Lily and Violet

After shutting down their online shop in favor of a more personal customer experience, Lily and Violet of Linden Hills has started up weekly Mix & Mingle events. Each week, sip on some wine while you shop and take advantage of an exclusive deal. Past offers include 20 percent off purses and scarves, 30 percent off summer clothing, free gift cards, and more. Sign up for emails from Lily and Violet now to get the scoop each week! @3414 44th St, Minneapolis | lilyandviolet.com

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